# Creating a text block

A text block can be used to freely enter any text which can be placed anywhere in your API design.

## Procedure

1. Click Create new in the top-right corner.

   Information noteTip: If you want to create your text directly in a previously created section, you can do so by clicking the + button to the right of the section name.

   ![Create new menu expanded.](https://help.qlik.com/talend/en-US/api-designer-user-guide/Resources/images/shows_the_menu_to_create_definition_elements_and_components.png)
2. Enter a Title for your text.
3. Add a Section if needed.
4. Enter the Content of your text block.

   Information noteTip: You can format you text with markdown.